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Ignition Problem 73 Mustang

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73 g-stang

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Hi,
I have a 73. Mustang and when I shut off the ignition and remove the key, the car continues to run. Any ideas of what might be causing this problem?
 

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sounds like the starter solenoid is sticking in the on position. replace it immediately or you will burn up the starter.
 

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Thanks Rbohm, for you're response. The car does not do this all of the time, only when very cold. I turn the key to start car and the ignition feels a little hard to turn and that is when the car sticks on, but i can return ignition and remove the key, still a little difficult to turn. Is there any rods or pins in the steering column that might need to be greased or lubricated??? Because that is what it feels like when I turn the ignition key. This happened last year in very cold weather , I disconnected battery and did not use car till warmer weather and ignition turned normally.
 
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